Harry Dyer

Harry Dyer is an Associate Professor of Education at the University of East Anglia, School of Education & Lifelong Learning. He actively contributes to academia through roles such as joint lead organizer of the Social Media and Society conference, editor of Digital Culture and Education, and co-convener of the British Sociological Association’s Digital Sociology Group.

• PhD in #Selfie: Identity online (University of East Anglia, 2016)
• MRes in Social Science Research Methods (University of East Anglia, 2012)
• BA in English Language and Communication (King's College London, 2010)

His research spans digital sociology, identity theory, and technology in education, focusing on youth digital literacies, online identity performances, and the impact of AI/social media on young people. Recent work includes studying Flat Earth communities and responsible AI integration in schools.

Key projects include the ETAT initiative on teacher agency with technology and the TYKES study on early years’ digital literacies. Harry actively promotes public engagement, delivering TEDx talks and media commentary on digital ethics.

• 2016 PGR Public Engagement Award (University of East Anglia)
• Editor, Digital Culture and Education
• Thematic Chair for Digital Social Sciences, SeNSS

He advises on digital research methodology and serves as Media Coordinator for his school, while exploring socio-cultural dynamics through UN Sustainable Development Goals.